Description
Indulge in the velvety smoothness of homemade lemon curd with this easy-to-follow recipe. Bursting with citrusy flavor, this tangy spread is perfect for filling cakes, tarts, or simply spreading on toast. Brighten up your day with a dollop of this zesty delight!
Ingredients
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For the Lemon Curd:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in Lemon Juice and Zest: Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Don’t worry if it looks curdled.
- Cook the Mixture: Transfer to a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for 10-12 minutes until thickened.
- Strain and Chill: Strain the mixture through a sieve, cool slightly, then transfer to a jar. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Store lemon curd in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use as a filling for cakes, tarts, scones, or spread on toast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
